Keene Collection

FOXHALL KEENE (1867-1941). American polo player

Nightingale / Keene, Derby
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE nurse, hospital reformer, philanthropist : after her return from the Crimea

Caricature illustration of three men in skiing accident, exclaiming angrily. Captioned, A Cross Word Problem at Murren'

Labor Ipse Voluptas, 1869. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
Labor Ipse Voluptas, 1869. The perils of smoking are highlighted in this cartoon. Tobacco affects how a man looks, and his energy levels. From Punch, or the London Charivari, May 22, 1869

FOXHALL KEENE (1867-1941). American polo player. Engraving, 1891

Daniel O'Connell (1755-1847) 'The Liberator', Irish politician and patriot
527835 Daniel O'Connell (1755-1847) 'The Liberator', Irish politician and patriot, shown with the Irish Frankenstein, the monster of his creation (as England saw it)

A Cool Customer. (1871?)
A Cool Customer, (1871?). A tailor welcomes his customer. The customer offers the tailor a choice of payment methods, none of which will result in the customers account being paid

The Country in the Future, 1876. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
The Country in the Future, 1876. A gentleman who has retired to the country tells his city gentleman visitor about the peace and quiet of his new surroundings

County School for Girls, Woodcote Road, Wallington, Surrey Date: circa 1910

Man and woman by a telephone, in a dressing room, woman in dressing gown. Captioned, Not Dressed for Calling'. With quotation

Artist Norman Keene replicating the original drawings done by William Heath Robinson on boarded up shop fronts in London. Heath Robinson designed pictures to illustrate the particular merchandise

Charles Samuel Keene, 1823- 1891. English artist and illustrator. From The Review of Reviews, published 1891
2603453 Charles Samuel Keene, 1823- 1891. English artist and illustrator. From The Review of Reviews, published 1891 by English School, (19th century)

USA, New York, Adirondacks. Keene, autumn foliage past peak

Artist Norman Keene replicating the original drawings done by William Heath Robinson on boarded up shop fronts in London. Heath Robinson designed pictures to illustrate the particular merchandise

Microscopy for the Millions : 1878 (engraving)
527532 Microscopy for the Millions : 1878 (engraving) by Keene, Charles (1823-91); (add.info.: A member of the audience frightened by a lantern slide showing the forms of life in a typical drop of)

Cantat Vacuus (Armed Burglar To Mr Brown), 1875. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
Cantat Vacuus (Armed Burglar To Mr Brown), 1875. the empty-handed traveller will sing in the presence of the robber (a poor man can take comfort he has stolen nothing)

She was Sorry She Spoke, 1870-1891. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
She was " Sorry She Spoke", 1870-1891

A Reproof, 1870-1891. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
A Reproof, 1870-1891

The Soldiers Tear-Old Song, ca. 1879. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
The Soldiers Tear-Old Song, ca. 1879

Happy Thought (for Punch, December 16, 1876), 1876. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
Happy Thought (for Punch, December 16, 1876), 1876

A Vicar and a Curate, 1870-1891. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
A Vicar and a Curate, 1870-1891

A Tight Fit, 1872. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
A Tight Fit, 1872

A Wolf in Sheeps Clothing, 1870-1891. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
A Wolf in Sheeps Clothing, 1870-1891

Anticipation (for Punch, or the London Charivari, October 23, 1876), 1876

USA, New Hampshire, Keene, campaign sign for Obama, against McCain

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Animals, Foxes, Grey fox in winter, Keene, New Hampshire, USA

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Animals, Foxes, Grey fox in winter, Keene, New Hampshire, USA

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USA, New Hampshire, Keene, Sign on building, cuming soon, Happy Endings Massage Parlor. Possibly written by an illiterate funny man

Memorial Place Jean Jacobs, Brussels, Belgium, 1906), c2014-2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Memorial Place Jean Jacbs, Brussels, Belgium, c2014-2017. Joseph van Neck, architect; Charles Samuel, scupltor: 1906

Monsal Dale, c1894. Artist: Richar Keene
Monsal Dale, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Elizabethan soldier shot, c1843-c1891. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
Elizabethan soldier shot, c1843-c1891; showing the soldier reeling backwards from his post, injured. He grasps the wall with one hand and his weapon in the other

Lady in Elizabethan Dress, 19th century. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
Lady in Elizabethan Dress, 19th century

Seated Man, in Doublet and Cloak, 19th century

Foxhall, 1880-1904, (1911)
Foxhall, 1911. Foxhall (1878-1904) was an American-bred Thoroughbred racehorse and sire. From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]

Maid of Honour Row, Richmond, 1890. Artist: W. C. Keene
Maid of Honour Row, Richmond, 1890. From Picturesque London, by Percy Fitzgerald. [Ward & Downey, London, 1890]

John Everett Millais (1829-1896), British artist, 1898. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
John Everett Millais (1829-1896), British artist, 1898. Plate taken from The Studio magazine, volume 13, no 59 (London, 15th February 1898)

Fountain in the cloisters of Newstead Abbey, Nottingham, 1902-1903. Artist: Richar Keene
Fountain in the cloisters of Newstead Abbey, Nottingham, 1902-1903. Newstead Abbey is the ancestral home of Lord Byron. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1902-1903

Sharps the Word!, 1888. The concept of cremation was still a very new one in 1888. However, the problems of living with mother-in-law are unchanging

Ways and Means, 1888. A young man explains his own unique method of balancing his books and making ends meet on a salary of £ 300 per annum. From Punch, or the London Charivari, July 7, 1888

Might Be Worse!, 1888. When enjoying a days fishing, it is important to ensure that the most important items have been packed. From Punch, or the London Charivari, June 23, 1888

The Music of the Future, 1887. Wagners conception of opera as a unification of musical, poetic and scenic elements, which revolutionised the 19th century conception of the genre

A satirical look at the chances of the average police constables ability to catch a cold, 1886
A satirical look at the chances of the average police constables ability to catch a cold. From Punch, or the London Charivari, October 30, 1886

Our Medical Students, 1886. Artist: Joseph Swain
Our Medical Students, 1886. The developments in doctors training is illustrated in this cartoon. Major advances in medical technology and research had been made during the course of the century

Is it Possible?, 1885. A solid and respectable city gent is amazed at the business affairs of his younger, slicker, colleague. From Punch, or the London Charivari, December 19, 1885

His First!, 1885. Following Irish campaigns of violence, security at public buildings was tight and, in this cartoon, a suspicious policeman questions a barrister carrying his brief

Tight and Needy, 1884. An illustration of a Spoonerism with an implicit moral judgment on the effects of alcohol. From Punch, or the London Charivari, November 15, 1884

Her Rights, 1882. Punch always enjoyed its little digs at the world of womens rights, and this cartoon shows a lady of opinion being outwitted by a comfortably seated gentleman

The Anti-Semitic Movement, 1881. Punch illustrates how anti-Semitism was rife in both teaching and culture in 1881. From Punch, or the London Charivari, July 30, 1881

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Keene, a name that resonates with artistic brilliance and sporting prowess. Foxhall Keene, the American polo player who left an indelible mark on the field of equestrian sports. His engraved image from 1891 captures his determination and passion for the game. But Keene's influence extends beyond the realm of sports. Charles Samuel Keene, an English artist and illustrator, showcased his talent in various works such as "Labor Ipse Voluptas" in 1869. His intricate illustrations brought life to scenes like Nightingale/Keene in Derby. Norman Keene, another talented illustrator known for topical drawings and travel posters, made waves with his caricature illustration depicting a skiing accident at Murren in 1925. The anger expressed by three men adds a humorous touch to this artwork. In contrast to these lively depictions is Norman Keene's replication of William Heath Robinson's original drawings on boarded up shop fronts in London. This collaboration showcases their dedication to preserving art while capturing the essence of merchandise within those shops. The artistic legacy continues with Charles Samuel Keene's thought-provoking piece titled "The Country in the Future" from 1876. Through his brushstrokes, he invites viewers to contemplate what lies ahead for our nation. Amidst all these creative endeavors is a glimpse into domestic life captured by an unknown artist: A man and woman caught off guard by a ringing telephone inside their dressing room. With humor and wit, they exchange words about answering it while not being appropriately dressed – a relatable scenario even today. Lastly, we encounter "A Cool Customer, " whose identity remains shrouded in mystery but exudes confidence through every stroke of paint or pen line used to create this intriguing portrait dating back to around 1871. From sporting triumphs to social commentary and everyday moments frozen in time – the name "Keene" encompasses diverse talents and artistic expressions that continue to captivate audiences across generations.